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Simple Strategies for Staying Motivated
Summary: Boring and tedious tasks are a part of life. You can't escape them. Sooner or later, you'll need to face them and do them, and when you do, you need to remain motivated. This 540-word article identifies 7 strategies you can implement to keep
Telltale Signs that Someone is Lying
Whether friendship or romantic, honesty is very important in any type of relationship. But how do you know when someone is telling you the truth, or covering up a lie? Body language could be one of th
Is your lack of self-esteem ruining your relationship? Fix it now!
Bouts of low self-esteem affect many people. An emotional upset, failure at work or loneliness can bring on feelings of low self-worth. If such a period of low self-esteem lasts only a few weeks before confidence returns and your life gets back on th
Positive Thinking Is the Best Medicine
Our bodies are much more responsive to our thoughts than most of us generally realize. Negative beliefs about ourselves and our health can contribute to illness – but positive thoughts, by the same token, can have the opposite effect on our overall w
3 Signs You Have A Toxic Friend
Everyone has had at least one toxic friend in their life. A toxic friend can be hard to get rid of. Their behavior can start to seem normal to us and we feel badly for wanting to kick them to the curb. It's very important to remove toxic friends from your life. Here are 3 signs that you might have a toxic friend.
5 Signs Your Friend is an Energy Vampire
Energy vampires will not only drain your energy, but put you into a bad mood that can linger long after your interaction as well. You may be used to feeling this way after being around certain people, but it's unhealthy and should be stopped. Here are five signs of an energy vampire.
Ten Signs He Really Loves You
Do you want to know whether he really loves you? There are so many telltale signs that will indicate your boyfriend really cares about you, but here are the top ten sure signs to check whether your re
8 First Date Red Flags
First dates can be a great time to see what a guy is really like. Most people make sure to be on their best behaviour on the first date, but some will be themselves completely. This is a great thing for you, since you won't have to waste any more dat
Making Friends Online
The internet has opened up a whole new world for those people who have had difficulty making friends in the past. With the large number of social networking websites, online chat rooms and online dating sites, making friends online has never been eas
The Desire To Fit In
Nobody likes being left out of things. However, is it possible that society places too much importance on the need to fit in? Being true to oneself is actually far more important but realizing that fact is often a process.
Are You Making These First-eMail Mistakes?
First impressions get no do-overs. Writing a first email to someone on an online dating site is something you want to get just right if you hope to get their attention in return. For the best response
Creating a Positive Attitude
Having a positive attitude can bring about all sorts of great experiences in life. It's really the attitude that creates your reality. You may feel as though you are responding with anger or sadness to negative events in your life, but holding on to
Age Difference in Relationships: Does it Matter?
Considering a relationship with someone quite a bit younger or older can bring a variety of emotions to the surface. There are several questions that come to mind and people often worry what others will think of them. The individual may second guess
60 Fun Date Ideas
Dating can be a rough path. Not knowing what to do when you're together is also a big problem, With these 60 date ideas, you may find a few that will be right for your relationship.
Find out if he is in love by reading his body language clues
From time immortal women have wondered, "Is this man truly in love with me, or am I just his passing fancy?" Things must have been much easier in the Victorian Era when a man and woman exchanged love
5 Sayings Most People Get Wrong
There are five sayings that too many people are guilty of misquoting. Some of these sayings are said incorrectly so frequently that the wrong versions are gaining more popularity and acceptance than t
8 Reasons Why He Hasn’t Responded to Your Text
Texting is a popular form of communication these days. The way a person texts with you can tell you a lot about their feelings toward you. While not everyone is into texting as much as some other people might be, you can still gauge whether someone is interested in you. Here are 8 reasons why he might not be calling you back.
Observe His Body Language for Signs He is Falling for You
Men often appear to be mysterious creatures, especially around women. They seldom verbalize their feelings and frequently make women wonder what they might be thinking. Instead of verbal communication
Five Most Common Excuses We Feed Ourselves to Avoid Exercise
It's six in the morning. The alarm that you so determinedly set last night is screaming relentlessly, making you aware even through your slumber that you had vowed to start jogging to do something about that beer belly. Then you stop that godforsaken
7 Signs You're Being Catfished
Meeting online is a common way of starting a relationship, but online dating has special challenges that you need to understand in order to protect yourself. Sometimes people you meet over the internet aren't who they say they are. If you meet someo
6 Safety Tips for Dating Online
Do you know someone who met their significant other online? Online dating has become commonplace in the technology age. No one is shocked anymore, if you say you met your partner online. It has become as popular as chocolate for Valentine's Day. Howe
Discover the real reason why he broke up with you
When your boyfriend ends your relationship, you're left feeling angry, upset and confused. Whether you've had an inkling that the bad news is coming, or the break-up was completely out of the blue, you'll probably be asking yourself, 'Why?' It's a ha
Are online friendships real
Everyone knows having friends makes life more enjoyable. They are the people you turn to when you want to have someone to go someplace with or have a conversation with. They patiently listen when you need someone to vent to and give you the emotional
Dating Pitfalls: Spotting a Gold Digger
Some people date for love. Some people date for the love of the game and the thrill of the hunt. Some people are out there, ruining it for everyone, by dating for money. There's nothing wrong with being interested in your lover's financial security,
Choosing The Singles Curse...Or Not
If you were in a long-term relationship and now you are single, you may be terrified, horrified or feel that you have been slapped with a curse. It can be quite a change to go from being part of a pair to feeling as though you are just floating from
Does Your Partner Treat You Like a Child?
A relationship is supposed to be equally balanced between two adults but in some cases, it can be more like a parent disciplining a child. A female partner may end up nurturing her man so much that she begins to act more like a mother than a lover. M
5 Signs of a Disaster Date
Dating can be difficult, but there are some people that make it an even more frustrating experience. The following are 5 situations that scream "disaster date." 1. He only talks about himself When you manage to get a word in about yourself, he's abl
4 Things You Should Never Do On A First Date
First dates are exciting and anxiety filled at the same time. To make the most of your first date with someone, avoid doing the following: 1. Don't get drunk Seems like an obvious point, but people are nervous on first dates and might drink a little
Does Your Relationship Feel Like an Emotional Trap?
Being in a healthy relationship is supposed to make you feel happy, content and secure. If your relationship has you feeling more like you are trapped, then something is definitely wrong. A relationship that leaves you feeling drained cannot be healt
An Introduction to the Law of Attraction
Called by many names, the law of attraction has been around as long as mankind. A powerful universal law, the law of attraction simply states that what you focus your thoughts upon will eventually manifest.
Guys Will Be Guys
As much as women might like to believe that all guys are not created equal, they cannot escape the fact that all guys are very much the same. I don't kid myself at all on this point, not any more anyway. Guys all want the same thing and girls know w
5 Signs that Your Boyfriend Is Controlling You
Learning the signs of abusive behavior in a partner may save you wasted time and a bruised heart. According to Psych Central, the Internet's largest mental health and psychology network, some women are often drawn to controlling men due to multiple f
4 Ways to Get Yourself Motivated
Do you have many unfinished tasks? Are you constantly missing your deadlines or opportunities? You may be lacking in motivation. Here are four things you can do to push yourself to get what's needed to be done...done.
5 Ways to Impress a Guy
Relationships are very delicate and they require attention from the very beginning. Perhaps you are just looking to spark your relationship back to life. Discover five new ways to get his attention and keep it there. Soon he will be the one trying to
7 Ways to Spice up your Relationship
Some relationships are just meant to be, others lose their passion and fizzle out. People grow apart, circumstances change and the love that was once there just gets hidden away underneath all the baggage from jobs, children and everyday life. Someti
Staying Safe When Using Online Dating Services
As millions of people discover each year, online dating is a perfect way to find someone who shares your passions and interests. With the ability to find any number of people all over the world without having to get dressed up and go out to crowded s
Does Your Boyfriend Take Advantage of You?
It isn't only the weak who allow their boyfriends to take advantage of them. Every day, independent and strong women fall into the same kind of relationships. If you wonder if you're allowing your boyfriend to take advantage of you and your good natu
4 Tips for Attracting Women
For some men, attracting women is a total mystery. Unsure of what to do, they remain friends with a woman for years when, secretly, they would like something more. It's perfectly normal to feel apprehensive about putting yourself out there. No one li
Practical Exercises to Forgive Someone Who Won't Say Sorry
Forgiving someone is difficult, particularly when the person that wronged you makes no effort to apologize. Perhaps you might even wonder why forgiveness is necessary, particularly if you don't plan on seeing the person again. The thing is, when you
How to Break Out of a Complacent Life
Has your life had that same old boring feeling lately? Are you craving change? Sometimes that boring, lacklustre feeling is a sign that you've become overly complacent. Being content is good, but if you don't change things up once in awhile, one day
The Rewards of Facing Our Pain and Fear
The cultural climate that we live in does not generally encourage us to express or even feel our deeper feelings. Most jobs require us to put a good face on – and smooth over – any pain, discomfort, or confusion that we may be feeling inside. But thi
4 Types of Toxic People You Need To Avoid
Toxic people don't benefit your life no matter who they are. They can be a relative, friend, or spouse. Here are four types of toxic people you should limit your time with or distance yourself from completely if at all possible.